What: Students attend college-level classes and complete hands-on research with top mentors at corporations, universities, and research organizations in mathematics, the sciences, and engineering. (Students often use their projects to compete in science competitions during the school year.)
Where: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Cambridge, MA)
Cost: Free, the only expenses are transportation to and from MA
Who: Upcoming high school seniors (summer between junior and senior year)
How many: 75 students are selected
What: Students receives hands-on research experience by working on research projects with Baylor University science professors in many disciplines. They are also able to earn one semester hour of college credit.
Where: Baylor University (Waco, Texas)
Cost: Free; each student is awarded a scholarship which covers the tuition, technology fee, and the room.
